2009 YAMAHA YZF-R6 maintenance

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6 This motorcycle is equipped with cast
wheels and tubeless tires with valves.
WARNING
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The front and rear tires should
be of the same make and de-
s

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Cast wheels To maximize the performance, durabil-
ity, and safe operation of your vehicle,
note the following points regarding the
specified wheels.

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6 4. Tighten the locknut.
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Adjusting the rear brake light 
switch The rear brake light switch, which is ac-
tivated by the brake pedal, is properly
adj

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6the point that a wear indicator almost
touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
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Rear brake pads
Check each rear

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6

Be careful that water does not en-
ter the brake fluid reservoir when
refilling. Water will significantly
lower the boiling point of the fluid
and may resu

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64. If the drive chain slack is incorrect,
adjust it as follows.
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To adjust the drive chain slack
1. Loosen the axle nut and the lock-
nut on each side

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Cleaning and lubricating the 
drive chain The drive chain must be cleaned and
lubricated at the intervals specified in
the periodic maintenance and

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Checking and lubricating the 
throttle grip and cable The operation of the throttle grip should
be checked before each ride. In addi-
tion, the cabl